The tendency for our moods to adapt to external circumstances is known as
A)locus of control.
B)treadmill exercise.
C)hedonic treadmill.
D)display rules.

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The hedonic treadmill refers to the phenomenon where our level of happiness or satisfaction adapts to our circumstances, even if they improve. This means that we may feel a temporary boost in mood due to external circumstances, but our overall happiness will eventually return to its baseline level. The other options are unrelated to this phenomenon.

The Tendency for Our Moods to Adapt to External Circumstances